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2010 Featured Trips
Upcoming Trips
Labor Day Weekend: Fri-Mon- Cape Cod: Biking, Sailing, Dunes, and Beaches Full-waitlist started..
Saturday, Sept. 11- Kayaking at Shelter Island
Sunday, Sept 12- Private Group High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park
Fri-Sun Sept 17-19- Finger Lakes Wine & Grape Stomping 3 spots Left!
Saturday, Sept 25-High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park
Sunday, Sept 26-Local Food Festival w/light hike & apple picking
Saturday, October 2-Verkeerderkill Falls Hike
Sunday, October 3-Horseback Riding apple & pumpkin picking
Fri-Mon Oct 8-11(Columbus Weekend)-Bike Inn To Inn 7 Spots Left!
Fri-Sun Oct 22-24 Vermont Fall Foliage Hiking Weekend
Fri-Sun Nov 19-28 (Thanksgiving Week)- Morocco Adventure 7 Spots Left!
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Labor Day Weekend: Fri-Mon- Cape Cod: Biking, Sailing, Dunes, and Beaches Full-waitlist started..
Saturday, Sept. 11- Kayaking at Shelter Island
Sunday, Sept 12- Private Group High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park
Fri-Sun Sept 17-19- Finger Lakes Wine & Grape Stomping 3 spots Left!
Saturday, Sept 25-High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park
Sunday, Sept 26-Local Food Festival w/light hike & apple picking
Saturday, October 2-Verkeerderkill Falls Hike
Sunday, October 3-Horseback Riding apple & pumpkin picking
Fri-Mon Oct 8-11(Columbus Weekend)-Bike Inn To Inn 7 Spots Left!
Fri-Sun Oct 22-24 Vermont Fall Foliage Hiking Weekend
Fri-Sun Nov 19-28 (Thanksgiving Week)- Morocco Adventure 7 Spots Left!
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September Trips
Cape Cod: Biking, Sailing, Dunes, and Beaches
Date: Friday, September 3 - Monday, September 6 (Labor Day Weekend)
Where: Cape Cod MA
3 Days/3 Nights
Base Price: $575
Early Bird: $525 (till August 5)
Full-waitlist started
Includes
Transportation to/from NYC
Transportation to all activities on itinerary
3 nights accommodation/3 breakfast
2.5hr Catamaran Sail
1hr Sand Dune Tour
All Day Bike Rental
Event Details
This holiday weekend is full of fun activity as we explore Cape Cod on bikes, sail to Tuckernuck Island to see the seals, drive through the historic sand dunes, and explore the beautiful beaches of Cape Cod. There will be plenty of free time where you can enjoy optional activities at your leisure. This will be a weekend of relaxation, sun, water, and adventure!
Our holiday weekend will start on Friday late afternoon as we head out of the city and drive to Cape Cod! We will enjoy a nice dinner before checking into our hotel for the night. Saturday morning we will start our day exploring the island on our rental bikes. Biking on Cape Cod is a must do for everyone! We will bike the Cape Cod Rail Trail which is a paved bike way that runs 28 miles from South Dennis to Wellfleet. The terrain is relatively flat, with some minor grades at certain sections in the Lower and Outer Cape areas, specifically Orleans and Wellfleet. It offers the most variety in scenery and natural Cape landscapes available of all the regional bike routes. You can opt to bike with the group or you can go off on your own biking adventure and don't forget to stop along the cute towns and beaches along this route.
On Sunday morning we will head to the town of Hyannis for our 2.5hr smooth riding Catamaran boat excursion. We will cruise out to Nantucket Sound to the Tuckernuck Island to view Grey Seals in their natural habitat. The colony of Grey seals off the coast of Cape Cod is estimated to exceed 1,200! This will be a great day on the water.
After our boat excursion, you will have the remainder of the day to spend at your leisure. There are many options to choose from such as whale watching, windsurfing, kayaking, Kennedy memorial and museum, beaches, fishing, shopping, and more!
On Monday morning we will head to the very tip of Cape Cod-Provincetown. This town should not be missed on a trip to Cape Cod. We will start with 1hr. jeep guided sand dune tour. Dunes stretch as far as you can see-Our guide will point out the "dune shacks" where famous artists and writers like Eugene O'Neill and Harry Kemp became inspired to create their art.
After our tour, you will have the remainder of the day to do what you'd like. There are many options to choose from- just exploring Provincetown on foot or bike would be a great way to spend the rest of the day. You can also go to the beaches, whale watch, kayak, windsurf, and more!
Departure: Friday at 5pm (or sooner)
Return: Monday at 8pm
3.5-4hr drive
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Cape Cod: Biking, Sailing, Dunes, and Beaches
Date: Friday, September 3 - Monday, September 6 (Labor Day Weekend)
Where: Cape Cod MA
3 Days/3 Nights
Base Price: $575
Early Bird: $525 (till August 5)
Full-waitlist started
Includes
Transportation to/from NYC
Transportation to all activities on itinerary
3 nights accommodation/3 breakfast
2.5hr Catamaran Sail
1hr Sand Dune Tour
All Day Bike Rental
Event Details
This holiday weekend is full of fun activity as we explore Cape Cod on bikes, sail to Tuckernuck Island to see the seals, drive through the historic sand dunes, and explore the beautiful beaches of Cape Cod. There will be plenty of free time where you can enjoy optional activities at your leisure. This will be a weekend of relaxation, sun, water, and adventure!
Our holiday weekend will start on Friday late afternoon as we head out of the city and drive to Cape Cod! We will enjoy a nice dinner before checking into our hotel for the night. Saturday morning we will start our day exploring the island on our rental bikes. Biking on Cape Cod is a must do for everyone! We will bike the Cape Cod Rail Trail which is a paved bike way that runs 28 miles from South Dennis to Wellfleet. The terrain is relatively flat, with some minor grades at certain sections in the Lower and Outer Cape areas, specifically Orleans and Wellfleet. It offers the most variety in scenery and natural Cape landscapes available of all the regional bike routes. You can opt to bike with the group or you can go off on your own biking adventure and don't forget to stop along the cute towns and beaches along this route.
On Sunday morning we will head to the town of Hyannis for our 2.5hr smooth riding Catamaran boat excursion. We will cruise out to Nantucket Sound to the Tuckernuck Island to view Grey Seals in their natural habitat. The colony of Grey seals off the coast of Cape Cod is estimated to exceed 1,200! This will be a great day on the water.
After our boat excursion, you will have the remainder of the day to spend at your leisure. There are many options to choose from such as whale watching, windsurfing, kayaking, Kennedy memorial and museum, beaches, fishing, shopping, and more!
On Monday morning we will head to the very tip of Cape Cod-Provincetown. This town should not be missed on a trip to Cape Cod. We will start with 1hr. jeep guided sand dune tour. Dunes stretch as far as you can see-Our guide will point out the "dune shacks" where famous artists and writers like Eugene O'Neill and Harry Kemp became inspired to create their art.
After our tour, you will have the remainder of the day to do what you'd like. There are many options to choose from- just exploring Provincetown on foot or bike would be a great way to spend the rest of the day. You can also go to the beaches, whale watch, kayak, windsurf, and more!
Departure: Friday at 5pm (or sooner)
Return: Monday at 8pm
3.5-4hr drive
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Kayaking On Shelter Island
Date: Saturday, September 11
8:00-6:00pm
Base Price: $89
Departure: 8:00/8:15 Union Square and Columbus Circle
Included: Transportation to/from Manhattan, Kayak (all equipment), round trip ferry ticket
Event Details
Come and join us on Shelter Island, the plot of land that is nestled between Long Island's North and South fork. An island that has less than 2,800 residents and only 6.5 square miles, Shelter Island is a favorite getaway destination from the concrete jungle. On our day trip, get a taste of what the island is all about by exploring on kayak the unique natural beauty of Shelter Island's calm, protected creeks and harbors.
Once we arrive to Sag Harbor, we will take the ferry over to Shelter Island. Here, we will start our morning kayaking along the natural beauty of the Island. You will have a choice of a single or double kayak. Our paddling will be flat water the whole way. You will find yourself surrounded by landscape untouched by man and possible spot some wildlife as we kayak through the Mashomack Preserve! We will stop at Taylor's Island Fox's Creek for a snack. When we are finished with kayaking, we'll be able to enjoy a cocktail on the well know Sunset Beach or some browsing of the shops.
Return time is around 7pm (depending on traffic).
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Private Group- High Ropes & Zip Line Adventure Park
Date: Sunday, September 12
8:30am-6:30pm
2hr Drive
Base Price: $115(Only available for Kathryn's Group!)
Departure: 8:30/8:45 Union Square and Columbus Circle
Included: Transportation to/from Manhattan, a day at the adventure park, gloves, and harness
Event Details
Join us for a full day of continuous fun at this aerial adventure park which features eight different courses containing obstacles such as zip-lines and swinging bridges! No experience needed, and you don't need to be an iron man either.
Each of the eight courses are set in varying degrees of difficulty. Some examples of the challenging courses include rope-and-wood swinging bridges, swinging tubes and tunnels to crawl through, ladders with varying degrees of challenges (one climbing wall has handholds and footholds that spin), and a variety of other of obstacles ranging from 8 to more than 50 feet off the ground.
Once we arrive at the park, we will get fitted for our gear (harness, gloves, and helmet). The instructors will give us complete instruction on safety, so even if you've never zip-lined before, you will feel comfortable before we start. You will always be attached throughout the whole course. The courses range from easier (yellow) to expert (double black diamond). On the course, you will face many challenges that test your balance, endurance, strength, and decision making, but you will go at the pace you are most comfortable with. At any time you may choose to take a break or exit the course at many locations.
After you are finished with the course, or just too beat to do more, you can sit down and eat your packed lunch, or you may buy lunch at the park (salads, burgers, sandwiches, snacks, and more).
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Finger Lakes Wine & Grape Stomping
Date: Friday, September 17-Sunday, September 19
Where: Finger Lakes, NY
2 Days/2 Nights
3 Spots Left!
Base Price: $345
Included
Transportation from Manhattan/New Jersey
2 Night accommodation in a rented Country House
2 Homemade Breakfast
BBQ Dinner
Wine tastings at 3 vineyards on Saturday
Wine tasting at 1 vineyards on Sunday + Festival
Grape Stomping Festival entry (inc grape stomping, wine tasting, wine seminars, hayrides, winery tour)
Event Details
This weekend relax in the beautiful Finger Lakes Wine Region in upstate NY. With over 80 different wineries, 10,000 acres of vineyards, and 35 million gallons of wine produced annually, the Finger Lakes Wine Region will surely please your pallet. This region is known for their internationally acclaimed Riesling. To make our stay even better, we'll be there for an annual Grape Stomping Event!
Our weekend will start late Friday afternoon as we head to the Finger Lakes, having dinner on the way. Saturday we will go to three selected wineries for tasting and relaxing. Each winery is a bit different, one with lake access, a family winery, and one in the setting of an old historic hotel. If time permits, we can visit more wineries at an additional cost. In the evening, we'll enjoy an included BBQ at our country home, open some wine and enjoy the evening. Sunday, we will visit one more winery on the way to the Grape Stomping Festival! At the festival, you will be able to enjoy tastings, wine tours, seminars, hayrides, and of course get your feet in the barrel for some stomping!
About our house
Our private rented house is located on the northern section of Seneca Lake, near the town of Geneva. There are 5 bedrooms with single and double occupancy. The master bathroom is a huge room w/own bathroom, perfect for a couple! There is a game room, family room, dinning and living room. We have a porch outside facing the water as well as free access of a canoe and rowboat. The views-amazing!
Departure: Approximately Friday 4pm
Return: Estimated 9pm
Driving Distance: 4.5-5hrs
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High Ropes and Zip Line Adventure Course
Date: Saturday, September 26
8:30-6:30pm
Base Price: $115
Departure: 8:30/8:45 Union Square and Columbus Circle
Included: Transportation to/from Manhattan, a day at the adventure park, gloves, and harness
Event Details
Join us for a full day of continuous fun at this aerial adventure park which features eight different courses containing obstacles such as zip-lines and swinging bridges! No experience needed, and you don't need to be an iron man either. Each of the eight courses are set in varying degrees of difficulty. Some examples of the challenging courses include rope-and-wood swinging bridges, swinging tubes and tunnels to crawl through, ladders with varying degrees of challenges (one climbing wall has handholds and footholds that spin), and a variety of other obstacles ranging from 8 to more than 50 feet off the ground.
Once we arrive at the park, we will get fitted for our gear (harness, gloves, and helmet). The instructors will give us complete instruction on safety, so even if you've never zip-lined before, you will feel comfortable before we start. You will always be attached throughout the whole course. The courses range from easier (yellow) to expert (double black diamond). On the course, you will face many challenges that test your balance, endurance, strength, and decision making, but you will go at the pace you are most comfortable with. At any time, you may choose to take a break or exit the course at many locations.
After you are finished with the course, or just too beat to do more, you can sit down and eat your packed lunch, or you may buy lunch at the park (salads, burgers, sandwiches, snacks, and more).
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Local Food Festival w/light hike and apple picking
Date: Sunday, September 27
Where: New Paltz, NY
9:00am-6:00pm
Base Price: $59
Departure: 9:00am/9:15am Columbus Circle/Union Square Locations
Included: All Transportation to/from NYC or possibly Jersey, guided hike, Food Festival (tastings of food, wine, & whiskey)
Event Details
Experience what the Hudson Valley is like on this Local Food Festival! Enjoy the fall foliage while we taste, sample, get educated on the farms, distilleries, wineries, and land. This festival combines fun and festivities with educational activities and programs related to eating and drinking food and beverages that are grown and/or produced in the Hudson Valley Region. Local cheeses, wine, whiskey, fruit and vegetables are just some examples there will be.
Upon arrival of the New Paltz area, we will enjoy the scenery and fall foliage on our light hike around Lake Minnewaska. From the lake we will go to the Local Food Festival being held at a local winery. Here we'll be able to relax, taste, buy, and eat our packed lunch. The winery is set with large outdoor seating and indoor seating (in case of rain). From this winery we will drive to a local farm to do our apple picking.
Choose from a variety of apples to pick off of the trees, free hayrides, fresh pressed apple cider, and their famous mulled apple cider donuts. These orchards offer a spectacular view of the Shawangunk and Catskill mountains.
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Verkeerderkill Falls Foliage Hike
Date: Saturday, October 2
Where: Hudson Valley
8:00am-6:00pm
Base Price: $55
Event Details
Join us on for a fantastic fall foliage hike that covers the highest points on the Shawangunk Ridge. Some highlights of this hike besides the fall colors are rare dwarf pitch pine barrens, waterfalls, views, cliffs, and ice caves! This hike is a moderate hike of 10miles with 1400ft elevation gain.
This hike will take us through Sam's Point preserve, owned by the Nature Conservancy. This massive cliff has broad views extending from the Hudson Highlands in the southeast to High Point State Park and the Kittatinnies in the southwest. We will hike through rare and endangered ecosystem, consisting of a Rare Dwarf Pitch Pine barren. One of the few remaining in the world. We will also hike to the Ice Caves which was formed from the talus or boulders from the cliffs, creating huge rock crevices or caves. Along our way we will hike up and on top of the many cliffs in the area, another unique feature of the area. We will get views of High Point Monument in NJ, the Hudson Valley as well as the Catskills and the Rounout Valley. Of course we will also pass the Verkeerderkill Falls (even though it will have low water) and the Old Berry Picker Shacks from the days when the area was picked for wild blueberries.
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Horseback Riding w/apple & pumpkin picking
Date: Sunday, October 3
9:00am-6:00pm
Base Price $125
Event Details
Calling all horse lovers! Whether you like to do a bit of trotting, or a full canter, this trip is for you! Once we get to our horse ranch, you will be paired to a horse that is comparable to your riding skills. Depending on your riding level, our group will be guided by an experienced horse rider from the ranch. Relax and enjoy the beautiful Hudson Valley on horse!
We will ride through on the trail for 2hrs admiring the breathtaking autumn beauty surrounding us in the Hudson Valley. You will find the horses responsive, gentle, and well kept. After our trail riding, we will enjoy our packed lunch on the ranch before heading to the Apple Farm. At the apple farm, you will have a chance to pick your own apples! At this time of the season, there is a huge variety to choose from. Some examples include Mcintosh, Mutsu (Crispin), Winesap, Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Empire, Cortland, Honeycrisp, Zestar, Fuji, Liberty, Gala, Goldrush, and more!
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Bike Inn To Inn
Date: Friday, October 8 to Monday, October 11
Where: Northeastern PA
3 Days/3 Nights
7 Spots Left!
Early Bird Price: $595 (until Sept 15)
Base Price: $625
Put down a $200 deposit to save your spot!
*You must own your own bike for this trip and be able to bike 20-30miles each day for 3 days*
Departure: 5pm-Grand Central and Times Square Area (Zirkel the World is open to picking up bikes/luggage other places-please email to discuss if you are interested)
Included
Transportation to/from Manhattan
Bike transportation to/from Manhattan
3 Night accommodations in 3 different beautiful Inns
All Breakfast, Lunches, and Dinners
Luggage Transfers from Inn to Inn
Guided Maps
Event Details
Come and join us for a fall foliage weekend you'll never forget as we bike from Inn to Inn in Northeastern Pennsylvania's beautiful unspoiled scenery, rolling hills and lakes. All meals will be prepared for us daily by each Inn-a freshly prepared breakfast, dinner, and packed lunch. Our luggage will be shuttled each day to the next Inn. All you have to worry about is having fun while getting a great weekend!
Each day we will choose a moderate to challenging route that will utilize the scenic country roads and abandoned railroad beds. The tour covers both paved and dirt roads and some rough surfaces, so a hybrid or mountain bike is suggested. Mileage each day will range from 20-30 miles. Please be very comfortable riding a bike for these distances. There will not be a shuttle car with us during the day!
At our Inns, we will have free time before/after our biking to do the many activities that are offered such as: hiking, swimming, kayak, canoe, horseback riding, spa, golf, or fishing. Or, just relax with a nice book on the deck...
About our Inns
Each Inn will sleep double occupancy with private bathroom. Our first Inn is set on a small lake where you can swim, canoe, kayak, fish, or just relax on the pier or deck. Our second Inn has a heated indoor pool, horseback riding, and hiking trails all within walking distance. The third Inn is set on the shores of Crystal Lake with 117 acres. Here you may enjoy kayaking, canoeing, swimming, golf, or a massage at the spa. Each Inn has their own restaurant and bar.
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Vermont Fall Foliage Hiking Weekend
"Camel's Hump" & "Hunger Mountain"
Friday, October 22-Sunday, October 24
Where: Green Mountains Vermont
2 Days/2 Nights
Early Bird Price: $325 (Till Sept 30)
Base Price: $375
Put down your $100 deposit to reserve your spot now!
Included
Transportation to/from Manhattan
All ground transportation in Vermont
Guided Hikes
2 Night accommodation in a beautiful Vermont Inn
2 Huge Country Breaksfast
Event Details
There is just no other state associated with New England fall foliage than Vermont! Experience the ultimate seasonal show this October as we hike Vermont's Long Trail to the magnificent summit of Camel's Hump. Camel's Hump is considered to be one of Vermont's best hikes and is the third highest mountain in Vermont (4,083ft). Unlike the other higher peaks, Camel's Hump is the only one undeveloped (no ski lifts, no roads, no radio towers). This weekend is not to be missed!
On Friday evening we will leave the city to stay in our awesome Vermont Inn located in the town of Waterbury. We will walk to a nearby restaurant/pub for dinner before we settle in for the evening. On Saturday morning, we will drive to the trail head for the beginning of our 7 mile hike to Camel's Hump. (pictured on the top right). This hike has a 2,600ft elevation gain. Like many New England hiking, switchbacks pretty much nonexistent, and rock hopping is the normal mode of transportation. Once we get above treeline, the views really open up and you can see for miles (picture on the top left).
On Sunday, we will pack up after our hearty breakfast and head to Hunger Mountain for our second hike of the weekend. This hike is very similar to Camel's Hump, except it's a bit shorter(not as high) but still steep with a 2,000ft elevation gain. On the summit we will have views of the Green Mountains to the west and the White Mountains of New Hampshire to the east.
About our Inn
We have Historic lodging in the middle of downtown Waterbury. Each room will accommodate 2-3 people with tons of space (pictured above). Each person will have their own bed and bathroom in room. Breakfast is included and is huge.
Muffins, pastries, fresh fruit, juices, and made to order hot items (eggs benedict, belgian waffles, pancakes, waffles, huevos rancheros, and more!). We are walking distance to bars, shops, and restaurants.
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Date: Saturday, September 11
8:00-6:00pm
Base Price: $89
Departure: 8:00/8:15 Union Square and Columbus Circle
Included: Transportation to/from Manhattan, Kayak (all equipment), round trip ferry ticket
Event Details
Come and join us on Shelter Island, the plot of land that is nestled between Long Island's North and South fork. An island that has less than 2,800 residents and only 6.5 square miles, Shelter Island is a favorite getaway destination from the concrete jungle. On our day trip, get a taste of what the island is all about by exploring on kayak the unique natural beauty of Shelter Island's calm, protected creeks and harbors.
Once we arrive to Sag Harbor, we will take the ferry over to Shelter Island. Here, we will start our morning kayaking along the natural beauty of the Island. You will have a choice of a single or double kayak. Our paddling will be flat water the whole way. You will find yourself surrounded by landscape untouched by man and possible spot some wildlife as we kayak through the Mashomack Preserve! We will stop at Taylor's Island Fox's Creek for a snack. When we are finished with kayaking, we'll be able to enjoy a cocktail on the well know Sunset Beach or some browsing of the shops.
Return time is around 7pm (depending on traffic).
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Private Group- High Ropes & Zip Line Adventure Park
Date: Sunday, September 12
8:30am-6:30pm
2hr Drive
Base Price: $115(Only available for Kathryn's Group!)
Departure: 8:30/8:45 Union Square and Columbus Circle
Included: Transportation to/from Manhattan, a day at the adventure park, gloves, and harness
Event Details
Join us for a full day of continuous fun at this aerial adventure park which features eight different courses containing obstacles such as zip-lines and swinging bridges! No experience needed, and you don't need to be an iron man either.
Each of the eight courses are set in varying degrees of difficulty. Some examples of the challenging courses include rope-and-wood swinging bridges, swinging tubes and tunnels to crawl through, ladders with varying degrees of challenges (one climbing wall has handholds and footholds that spin), and a variety of other of obstacles ranging from 8 to more than 50 feet off the ground.
Once we arrive at the park, we will get fitted for our gear (harness, gloves, and helmet). The instructors will give us complete instruction on safety, so even if you've never zip-lined before, you will feel comfortable before we start. You will always be attached throughout the whole course. The courses range from easier (yellow) to expert (double black diamond). On the course, you will face many challenges that test your balance, endurance, strength, and decision making, but you will go at the pace you are most comfortable with. At any time you may choose to take a break or exit the course at many locations.
After you are finished with the course, or just too beat to do more, you can sit down and eat your packed lunch, or you may buy lunch at the park (salads, burgers, sandwiches, snacks, and more).
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Finger Lakes Wine & Grape Stomping
Date: Friday, September 17-Sunday, September 19
Where: Finger Lakes, NY
2 Days/2 Nights
3 Spots Left!
Base Price: $345
Included
Transportation from Manhattan/New Jersey
2 Night accommodation in a rented Country House
2 Homemade Breakfast
BBQ Dinner
Wine tastings at 3 vineyards on Saturday
Wine tasting at 1 vineyards on Sunday + Festival
Grape Stomping Festival entry (inc grape stomping, wine tasting, wine seminars, hayrides, winery tour)
Event Details
This weekend relax in the beautiful Finger Lakes Wine Region in upstate NY. With over 80 different wineries, 10,000 acres of vineyards, and 35 million gallons of wine produced annually, the Finger Lakes Wine Region will surely please your pallet. This region is known for their internationally acclaimed Riesling. To make our stay even better, we'll be there for an annual Grape Stomping Event!
Our weekend will start late Friday afternoon as we head to the Finger Lakes, having dinner on the way. Saturday we will go to three selected wineries for tasting and relaxing. Each winery is a bit different, one with lake access, a family winery, and one in the setting of an old historic hotel. If time permits, we can visit more wineries at an additional cost. In the evening, we'll enjoy an included BBQ at our country home, open some wine and enjoy the evening. Sunday, we will visit one more winery on the way to the Grape Stomping Festival! At the festival, you will be able to enjoy tastings, wine tours, seminars, hayrides, and of course get your feet in the barrel for some stomping!
About our house
Our private rented house is located on the northern section of Seneca Lake, near the town of Geneva. There are 5 bedrooms with single and double occupancy. The master bathroom is a huge room w/own bathroom, perfect for a couple! There is a game room, family room, dinning and living room. We have a porch outside facing the water as well as free access of a canoe and rowboat. The views-amazing!
Departure: Approximately Friday 4pm
Return: Estimated 9pm
Driving Distance: 4.5-5hrs
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High Ropes and Zip Line Adventure Course
Date: Saturday, September 26
8:30-6:30pm
Base Price: $115
Departure: 8:30/8:45 Union Square and Columbus Circle
Included: Transportation to/from Manhattan, a day at the adventure park, gloves, and harness
Event Details
Join us for a full day of continuous fun at this aerial adventure park which features eight different courses containing obstacles such as zip-lines and swinging bridges! No experience needed, and you don't need to be an iron man either. Each of the eight courses are set in varying degrees of difficulty. Some examples of the challenging courses include rope-and-wood swinging bridges, swinging tubes and tunnels to crawl through, ladders with varying degrees of challenges (one climbing wall has handholds and footholds that spin), and a variety of other obstacles ranging from 8 to more than 50 feet off the ground.
Once we arrive at the park, we will get fitted for our gear (harness, gloves, and helmet). The instructors will give us complete instruction on safety, so even if you've never zip-lined before, you will feel comfortable before we start. You will always be attached throughout the whole course. The courses range from easier (yellow) to expert (double black diamond). On the course, you will face many challenges that test your balance, endurance, strength, and decision making, but you will go at the pace you are most comfortable with. At any time, you may choose to take a break or exit the course at many locations.
After you are finished with the course, or just too beat to do more, you can sit down and eat your packed lunch, or you may buy lunch at the park (salads, burgers, sandwiches, snacks, and more).
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Local Food Festival w/light hike and apple picking
Date: Sunday, September 27
Where: New Paltz, NY
9:00am-6:00pm
Base Price: $59
Departure: 9:00am/9:15am Columbus Circle/Union Square Locations
Included: All Transportation to/from NYC or possibly Jersey, guided hike, Food Festival (tastings of food, wine, & whiskey)
Event Details
Experience what the Hudson Valley is like on this Local Food Festival! Enjoy the fall foliage while we taste, sample, get educated on the farms, distilleries, wineries, and land. This festival combines fun and festivities with educational activities and programs related to eating and drinking food and beverages that are grown and/or produced in the Hudson Valley Region. Local cheeses, wine, whiskey, fruit and vegetables are just some examples there will be.
Upon arrival of the New Paltz area, we will enjoy the scenery and fall foliage on our light hike around Lake Minnewaska. From the lake we will go to the Local Food Festival being held at a local winery. Here we'll be able to relax, taste, buy, and eat our packed lunch. The winery is set with large outdoor seating and indoor seating (in case of rain). From this winery we will drive to a local farm to do our apple picking.
Choose from a variety of apples to pick off of the trees, free hayrides, fresh pressed apple cider, and their famous mulled apple cider donuts. These orchards offer a spectacular view of the Shawangunk and Catskill mountains.
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Verkeerderkill Falls Foliage Hike
Date: Saturday, October 2
Where: Hudson Valley
8:00am-6:00pm
Base Price: $55
Event Details
Join us on for a fantastic fall foliage hike that covers the highest points on the Shawangunk Ridge. Some highlights of this hike besides the fall colors are rare dwarf pitch pine barrens, waterfalls, views, cliffs, and ice caves! This hike is a moderate hike of 10miles with 1400ft elevation gain.
This hike will take us through Sam's Point preserve, owned by the Nature Conservancy. This massive cliff has broad views extending from the Hudson Highlands in the southeast to High Point State Park and the Kittatinnies in the southwest. We will hike through rare and endangered ecosystem, consisting of a Rare Dwarf Pitch Pine barren. One of the few remaining in the world. We will also hike to the Ice Caves which was formed from the talus or boulders from the cliffs, creating huge rock crevices or caves. Along our way we will hike up and on top of the many cliffs in the area, another unique feature of the area. We will get views of High Point Monument in NJ, the Hudson Valley as well as the Catskills and the Rounout Valley. Of course we will also pass the Verkeerderkill Falls (even though it will have low water) and the Old Berry Picker Shacks from the days when the area was picked for wild blueberries.
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Horseback Riding w/apple & pumpkin picking
Date: Sunday, October 3
9:00am-6:00pm
Base Price $125
Event Details
Calling all horse lovers! Whether you like to do a bit of trotting, or a full canter, this trip is for you! Once we get to our horse ranch, you will be paired to a horse that is comparable to your riding skills. Depending on your riding level, our group will be guided by an experienced horse rider from the ranch. Relax and enjoy the beautiful Hudson Valley on horse!
We will ride through on the trail for 2hrs admiring the breathtaking autumn beauty surrounding us in the Hudson Valley. You will find the horses responsive, gentle, and well kept. After our trail riding, we will enjoy our packed lunch on the ranch before heading to the Apple Farm. At the apple farm, you will have a chance to pick your own apples! At this time of the season, there is a huge variety to choose from. Some examples include Mcintosh, Mutsu (Crispin), Winesap, Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Empire, Cortland, Honeycrisp, Zestar, Fuji, Liberty, Gala, Goldrush, and more!
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Bike Inn To Inn
Date: Friday, October 8 to Monday, October 11
Where: Northeastern PA
3 Days/3 Nights
7 Spots Left!
Early Bird Price: $595 (until Sept 15)
Base Price: $625
Put down a $200 deposit to save your spot!
*You must own your own bike for this trip and be able to bike 20-30miles each day for 3 days*
Departure: 5pm-Grand Central and Times Square Area (Zirkel the World is open to picking up bikes/luggage other places-please email to discuss if you are interested)
Included
Transportation to/from Manhattan
Bike transportation to/from Manhattan
3 Night accommodations in 3 different beautiful Inns
All Breakfast, Lunches, and Dinners
Luggage Transfers from Inn to Inn
Guided Maps
Event Details
Come and join us for a fall foliage weekend you'll never forget as we bike from Inn to Inn in Northeastern Pennsylvania's beautiful unspoiled scenery, rolling hills and lakes. All meals will be prepared for us daily by each Inn-a freshly prepared breakfast, dinner, and packed lunch. Our luggage will be shuttled each day to the next Inn. All you have to worry about is having fun while getting a great weekend!
Each day we will choose a moderate to challenging route that will utilize the scenic country roads and abandoned railroad beds. The tour covers both paved and dirt roads and some rough surfaces, so a hybrid or mountain bike is suggested. Mileage each day will range from 20-30 miles. Please be very comfortable riding a bike for these distances. There will not be a shuttle car with us during the day!
At our Inns, we will have free time before/after our biking to do the many activities that are offered such as: hiking, swimming, kayak, canoe, horseback riding, spa, golf, or fishing. Or, just relax with a nice book on the deck...
About our Inns
Each Inn will sleep double occupancy with private bathroom. Our first Inn is set on a small lake where you can swim, canoe, kayak, fish, or just relax on the pier or deck. Our second Inn has a heated indoor pool, horseback riding, and hiking trails all within walking distance. The third Inn is set on the shores of Crystal Lake with 117 acres. Here you may enjoy kayaking, canoeing, swimming, golf, or a massage at the spa. Each Inn has their own restaurant and bar.
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Vermont Fall Foliage Hiking Weekend
"Camel's Hump" & "Hunger Mountain"
Friday, October 22-Sunday, October 24
Where: Green Mountains Vermont
2 Days/2 Nights
Early Bird Price: $325 (Till Sept 30)
Base Price: $375
Put down your $100 deposit to reserve your spot now!
Included
Transportation to/from Manhattan
All ground transportation in Vermont
Guided Hikes
2 Night accommodation in a beautiful Vermont Inn
2 Huge Country Breaksfast
Event Details
There is just no other state associated with New England fall foliage than Vermont! Experience the ultimate seasonal show this October as we hike Vermont's Long Trail to the magnificent summit of Camel's Hump. Camel's Hump is considered to be one of Vermont's best hikes and is the third highest mountain in Vermont (4,083ft). Unlike the other higher peaks, Camel's Hump is the only one undeveloped (no ski lifts, no roads, no radio towers). This weekend is not to be missed!
On Friday evening we will leave the city to stay in our awesome Vermont Inn located in the town of Waterbury. We will walk to a nearby restaurant/pub for dinner before we settle in for the evening. On Saturday morning, we will drive to the trail head for the beginning of our 7 mile hike to Camel's Hump. (pictured on the top right). This hike has a 2,600ft elevation gain. Like many New England hiking, switchbacks pretty much nonexistent, and rock hopping is the normal mode of transportation. Once we get above treeline, the views really open up and you can see for miles (picture on the top left).
On Sunday, we will pack up after our hearty breakfast and head to Hunger Mountain for our second hike of the weekend. This hike is very similar to Camel's Hump, except it's a bit shorter(not as high) but still steep with a 2,000ft elevation gain. On the summit we will have views of the Green Mountains to the west and the White Mountains of New Hampshire to the east.
About our Inn
We have Historic lodging in the middle of downtown Waterbury. Each room will accommodate 2-3 people with tons of space (pictured above). Each person will have their own bed and bathroom in room. Breakfast is included and is huge.
Muffins, pastries, fresh fruit, juices, and made to order hot items (eggs benedict, belgian waffles, pancakes, waffles, huevos rancheros, and more!). We are walking distance to bars, shops, and restaurants.
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Morocco Adventure
Date: Friday, November 19 to Sunday, November 28
Where: Morocco (Casablanca, Fes, Erfoud, Sahara Desert, Todra Gorges, and Marrakech)
9 Nights/9 Days
8 Spots Left
Early Bird Price: $2095 (till August 11)
Second Price: $2195 (till Sept 15)
Base Price: $2295
Put down a $600 deposit to save your spot!
Included
International Airfare
All ground transportation
7 Nights in 3 star Hotel
1 Night in Berber Tent in Sahara Desert
All Breakfasts and Dinners
All Tours on the itinerary
Tour Guides and Drivers
Camel Trek
Event Details
Stir a little spice into your life and join us for a Moroccan Adventure this Thanksgiving! From the Atlas mountains, to the Sahara Desert, Zirkel The World will show you the best that Morocco has to offer. We will take you through the cities of Fez and Marrakech, driving through the Atlas Mountains, camel riding and sand surfing in the Sahara Desert, and the famous Djemaa el-Fna, one of the center attractions of Marrakech. All meals except lunch are included! Let someone else do all the work on your vacation! Come "Z" this North African jewel with us.....
Friday, November 19-
Leave JFK airport at 5:45pm for our flight arriving Casablanca at 6:25am.
Saturday, November 20-Casablanca
Once we arrive in Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco, we will be met and transferred by van to our Casablanca hotel, where we will check in and relax for the afternoon. Depending on time, we will choose to have an optional tour of the Hassan II mosque.
Overnight Casablanca
Sunday, November 21-Meknes/Volubilis/Fes (4hr drive)
After breakfast, the group will leave by van toward Fes. On route, we will stop at Rabat, the capital city and residence of the King, for lunch and a time to enjoy the beautiful coastal city. In the afternoon, you may choose to explore the 2000-year-old ruins of Volubilis and get a picture of life during the Roman Empire. From there you will head on to Fes, the spiritual capital of Morocco.
Overnight Fes
Monday, November 22-Fes
After breakfast we will begin our guided tour of the Medina, one of the world's largest walled in cities. We will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco. A visit to the Kings Palace, the tanneries, and potters are just a few places we will experience. For lunch, we will eat in a traditional restaurant in the heart of the Medina. After lunch, we will complete the tour and return to our hotel for the evening.
Overnight Fes
Tuesday, November 23-Erfoud (8hr drive)
After an early breakfast we will begin our ascent across the Middle Atlas Mountains. Most of the day will be spent winding our way through the beautiful forests, jagged rock faces, and Berber villages as we cross the Atlas Mountains and begin to descend towards the Sahara Desert. Half way, we will stop for lunch in the town of Midelt, famous for its fossils and rocks. On arrival at the Kasbah Tizimi in Erfoud, a hot shower or dip in the swimming pool will be a treat after the drive.
Overnight Erfoud
Wednesday, November 24-Sahara Desert
Most of the day will be spent relaxing at the hotel or exploring the small but interesting desert town. In the afternoon, we will head off in some 4-wheel drive vehicles across the barren land to the majestic Sahara sand dunes where we'll have the opportunity to try sand boarding (cost not included) from Auberge Dunes D'or. Just before sunset, we'll set off by camel for a 2-hour trek out to the oasis where we will spend the night in Berber tents.
Overnight in the Oasis
Thursday, November 25-Todra Gorges (4hr drive)
After breakfast, we will return by camel to the 4x4s and head back to Erfoud. From Erfoud we will set out behind the High Atlas Mountains on route to the Todra Gorges. In the afternoon, you will take a walk up in the towering Todra Gorges (600 feet high). The picturesque river valleys make for a beautiful journey towards the southeast of Morocco. We will be able to walk around through these amazing structures. We will spend the night in Tingher before we cross the High Atlas Mountains.
Overnight Todra Gorges
Friday, November 26-Marrakech (4.5hr drive)
After an early breakfast we will set off to Marrakech via Ouarzazate. Tucked away in the High Atlas Mountains, it is one of the jewels of Morocco. In typical Moroccan fashion, the true treasures must be searched out and discovered...usually off the beaten path. In actuality, this setting has been used for more films than any other location in Morocco; films including Lawrence of Arabia, Jesus of Nazareth, and recently The Gladiator. We will have lunch at Ait Ben Haddou.
After lunch, we will head over the mountains to Marrakech. Once in Marrakech, we will check into our hotel and then head off to the Djemaa el-Fna, the center square of the Medina. the famous Djemaa el-Fna, is one of the center attractions of Marrakech. Coming alive at night with the local storytellers, entertainers, and mouth-watering barbecue pits, the square is well worth a visit. A quiet cop of tea on the terrace of an adjacent cafe provides a spectacular aerial view of the bustling square.
Overnight Marrakech
Saturday, November 27-Marrakech
After breakfast, the group will have a guided tour of Marrakech, the southern pearl of Morocco. We will discover the Palace of the Bahia, the Saadian Tombs, and many other hidden treasures. After lunch, we will continue with the tour on to the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque and the famous Djemaa el-Fna, one of the center attractions of Marrakech. The tour will conclude with and exploration of the souk (market) lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco.
Overnight Marrakech
Sunday, November 28-Departure
After breakfast we will be driven to the airport for our 12:25pm flight back to NYC, arriving at 3:45pm.
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